Amidst the controversy surrounding him this week following Cameroon’s World Cup play-offs against Tunisia, Joel Matip swiftly returned to his club and demonstrated remarkable resilience. The midfielder appeared unaffected by the accusations leveled by the Tunisian team, claiming his use was not in accordance with FIFA rules.
In a clash against Frankfurt on Saturday, Matip played a pivotal role for Schalke 04. Displaying impressive recovery, he not only contributed defensively but also found the back of the net. Matip’s efforts propelled the Gelsenkirchen club to a 2-0 lead in the first half. However, despite their early advantage, Schalke 04 couldn’t maintain their grip on the game, ultimately settling for a thrilling 3-3 draw at the conclusion of the 90 minutes.
